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Welcome

The UK’s leading drone services and training provider

Expertise and safety in every flight

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Welcome

We are RUAS, innovators of drone services, aerial technology operations and training.

Given the rise in popularity and effectiveness across multiple sectors, using unmanned aircraft has never been easier. However, with this newer industry, you need to be sure that you’re working alongside professionals with the very best equipment and the advanced and widely varied experience to capture the best in aerial data and imagery. With years involved at all levels of the aerospace sector, RUAS is well suited to lend their expertise and specialised approach and equipment to those whose needs require something beyond a conventional drone operation. No matter the challenges, RUAS is adept at overcoming many of the obstacles throughout the various industries where aerial footage and data can truly bring sufficient value to our clients.

A circular gif of a drone on a table in the RUAS facilities, in preparation for a survey.
Tech

We operate a fleet of aircraft suited to different industries and operations.

Set apart from thousands of other operators in the UK and backed up by our team of pilots and advanced CAA permissions, our aircraft outstrips other commercial entities to create complex and accurate datasets, striving for excellence across multiple applications.

Specialising in both multi-rotor and fixed wing aircraft, RUAS’ capability in the field is matched by our development software and methodology that ensures your data is securely processed into the quality dependable results.

A circular gif containing a drone being prepared to go airborne, for a survey run by RUAS.
Pilots

Each member of our team of pilots has undergone extensive training

This makes them ideal to operate multiple kinds of unmanned aircraft in built-up areas and high pressure environments. With each individual pilot having years of experience, knowledge and skills to adapt to each task, RUAS will always find the best solution to applying our broad skillsets alongside our drone technology and software to your needs.

A circular gif containing an oil refinery and a flare stack during an oil and gas inspection run by RUAS.
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We go further – We are competent in hazardous and built up environments

With all our pilots trained to fly multiple aircraft in all types of situations, you can be sure we can conduct any operation with the same attention to detail in both imagery and safety. Whether it’s in the harsh environment of offshore, or the centre of the busiest city, we’re comfortable operating in our element and taking to the sky.

A semi-circular, close-up image of an airborne drone during an inspection run by RUAS.
Benefits

What makes us different?

Congested flying permissions
With advanced CAA permissions and pilot training, RUAS is able to operate in cities, work-sites and urban environments.

Approved rail flyovers
Working alongside Network Rail and other affiliated bodies, we have conducted inspections and operations around rail infrastructure for years.

Extended vision of sight
We can fly further, up to 1500 metres thanks to quality pilot experience and aircraft.

Internal operation
We can fly in internal and enclosed spaces, conducting operations where other can’t get to.

24/7 support and availabillity
With our involvement in emergency services and operations, we are always available for immediate assistance and operational needs.

Fully accredited and certified
Trained and certified to operate in a number of different industries, RUAS is the ideal choice to work to and adapt to any standards needed for an effective operation.

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See us in action

You can check out just some of the work we’ve completed over the years on our social media pages or throughout the website, showing the range and wealth of experience we have at our backs that ensures we’re the right choice for you and your needs.

Training

Industry leading training providers

As the UK’s longest running accredited course, RUAS has the experience and expertise that befits such a long-standing standard of quality in an ever-growing and adaptive industry, something that will has directly benefitted the thousands of students that have successfully trained with us in our many years of operations. At all levels of experience, our instructors and bespoke training programmes have created an effective learning environment – from the classroom to the field – for any wishing to begin their career in such an expansive industry or to grant substantial value to their current career and skillset.

A2 CofC Mock Exam

£0

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a remote pilot competency certificate intended to assure the safe operation of unmanned aircraft close to uninvolved persons.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA

GVC Mock Exam

£0

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a remote pilot competency certificate intended to assure the safe operation of unmanned aircraft close to uninvolved persons.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA

Industry Bespoke Training (Classroom & Onsite Available)

POA

RUAS Aerial Data Processing course is the next step in data capture for image processing of GIS data product generation through Agisoft Metashape.

  • Learn from leading experts
  • Understanding of Data Alignment
  • 'Terrain Follow’ in surveying
  • Image pre-processing/post-processing

Aerial Data Processing Course (3 Day Classroom)

£795

RUAS Aerial Data Processing course is the next step in data capture for image processing of GIS data product generation through Agisoft Metashape.

  • Introduction to UAV mapping
  • Learn from leading experts
  • Understanding of Data Alignment
  • 'Terrain Follow’ in surveying
  • Image pre-processing/post-processing

A2 CofC (Online)

£79

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a remote pilot competency certificate intended to assure the safe operation of unmanned aircraft close to uninvolved persons.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA

General VLOS Certificate (GVC) (Online & Classroom)

£500

The General Visual Line Of Sight Certificate (GVC) has been developed for the operation of a drone with a MTOM of <25kg within the Specific Category.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • 1 Day Classroom Training (Virtual options available on request)
  • Written Theory Exam
  • Practical Flight Assessment
  • Operations Manual Support
  • Ongoing Student Support
best seller

A2 CofC and GVC Combined (Online & Classroom)

£549

This Learning Plan includes both the A2 Certificate of Competency and the General VLOS Certificate combined at a reduced price.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • 1 Day Classroom Training (Virtual options available on request)
  • Written / Online Theory Exams
  • Practical Flight Assessment
  • Operations Manual Support
  • Ongoing Student Support

GVC Transition (Online)

£350

The GVC Transition is specifically aimed at individuals who are already operating under the legacy PFCO or NQE prior to December 2020 and who need to re-qualify.

  • 9 Online Learning Modules
  • An Online Theory Exam (invigilated remotely by a member of the RUAS Training Academy team)
  • *A Practical Flight Assessment (*if required – please contact RUAS Training Academy for further details)

Half Day Flight Training

£100

A half day flight training from a CAA approved experienced drone instructor.

  • Online Pre-learning modules
  • Practice on the interactive DJI flight simulator
  • Get to fly one or two of the latest DJI drones
  • CAA Professional drone pilot will teach and advise you
  • Drone flying lesson certificate

Full Day Flight Training

£200

A full day flight training from a CAA approved experienced drone instructor.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • Practice on the interactive DJI flight simulator
  • Get to fly one or two of the latest DJI drones
  • CAA Professional drone pilot will teach and advise you
  • Drone flying lesson certificate

Operations Manual Review (Remote Study)

£120

This course has been specifically designed for those who need guidance in preparing their Operations Manual in order to apply for an Operational Authorisation from the CAA.

  • Full Operations Manual guidance
  • Online video tutorials
  • Unique CAA Operations Manual template
  • Design to meet the new CAA requirements
  • Operations Manual review prior to submission
Clients

Over 15 years experience working with national and international brands

With great privilege we’ve been able to work with an astounding number of companies and organisations that have granted us significant experience, opportunities and insight that have leant to our ongoing professionalism that sets us apart from countless operators nationwide and even globally.

List of brands partnered with RUAS: Bangor University, Border Force, Cardiff University, BBC, British Aerospace, city, Bilfinger, UK CAA, College of Policing, Birmingham City Council, Cambridgeshire Constabulary, Counter terrorism policing.
List of brands partnered with RUAS: innospec, Lifeboats, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Interserve, Lincolnshire Police, McLaren, itv, Transport for London, Metropolitan Police, Jaguar, Police of Malaysia, Ministry Of Defence.
12 brands RUAS have partnered with: Reuters, SEP Rail Services, Royal Air Force, Shell, University of Oxford, Royal Marines Commando, Sky News, Valero, Royal Navy, Warwickshire Police, South Wales Police, Special Operations Unit.
RUAS partners: Channel 4, AECOM, Army, Channel 5, Airbus Group, ASDA, abellio, Air Control Energy, Atkins, ABP, amey, Bae Systems.
Brands partnered with RUAS: Crawford, Durham University, Heddlu Gwent Police, defraud, channel 4 news, Hess, Derbyshire Constabulary, High Viz Media Group, Dorset Police, Gloucestershire Constabulary, Home office.
A list of brands RUAS have partnered with: Murphy surveys, NBC News, Press Association, nationalgrid, NetworkRail, Papaya Films, National Trust, North Wales Police, Pinkmove, Natural History, Museum, Ordnance Survey, Railscape.
RUAS list of partners: Welsh Water, West Yorkshire Police, West Mercia Police, West Midlands Police, West Midlands Fire Services.

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